Tennessee Recipients

No state has a richer history with the nation’s highest award than Tennessee. 2014 will mark the 150th anniversary of Corp. Harrison Collins’ actions at the Battle of Nashville that made him Tennessee’s first Medal of Honor recipient.

The following list includes 32 men officially credited to Tennessee as well as several who, while accredited to other states, have strong Tennessee ties and are revered here for their courage and sacrifice. For more on Tennessee's Medal of Honor history, click here .

"Our great City of Boston is honored to host our nation's most brave and valiant heroes and the recipients of our country's highest honor for an unprecedented third time."

Marty Walsh · Mayor of Boston

The Medals

Learn about the medals, their symbolism, design and storied history.
Go behind the scenes and learn how they are manufactured or explore their place in culture.

The Recipients

Meet the heroes of past and present who have demonstrated bravery, gallantry and sacrifice above and
beyond the call of duty. Learn
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Character Development

The Medal of Honor Character Development Program incorporates the ideals of courage and selfless service
into the middle and high school curriculum to build character and promote responsible citizenship.

The Society

Just as the Medal of Honor itself has grown and developed since 1862, so to has the society that
represents the men who wear it. Learn about our Society, the Foundation and the Museum. Learn
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